Why Is It Wrong to Ask "Which Theoretical Perspective on Lifespan

question 68

Multiple Choice

Why is it wrong to ask "which theoretical perspective on lifespan development is correct?"

• A)Developmentalists already agree that the psychodynamic perspective makes the greatest theoretical contribution;other perspectives should be mentioned,but ultimately rejected.
• B)There is no way to empirically test the propositions of the various perspectives,so there is no way to determine which is correct.
• C)Each perspective looks at development from a different vantage point;as such,each emphasizes a slightly different aspect while retaining a piece of the truth.
• D)Asking "which is correct?" is less important than asking "what should be studied?"